United Airlines [http://www.united.com] is a major airline based in the [[United States]] and a key member of the [[Star Alliance]] network. It is one of the predominant carriers between North America and [[East Asia]], and it also offers numerous flights from the US to [[Australia]], [[Canada]], the [[Caribbean]], [[Central America]], [[Europe]], [[Mexico]], the [[Middle East]], [[South America]], and [[Southeast Asia]].

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United Airlines [http://www.united.com] is a major airline based in the [[United States]] and a founding member of the [[Star Alliance]] network. It is one of the predominant carriers between North America and [[East Asia]], and it also offers numerous flights from the US to [[Australia]], [[Canada]], the [[Caribbean]], [[Central America]], [[Europe]], [[Mexico]], the [[Middle East]], [[South America]], and [[Southeast Asia]]. In March of 2012, United Airlines completed a merger with Continental Airlines. The new brand uses the United name and the Continental Airlines plane livery.

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Besides its general mainline operations, United offers an ultra-luxurious '''P.S. Premium Service''' product on all non-stop flights between New York (JFK) and either Los Angeles or San Francisco. United's now defunct low cost '''Ted''' operation has been formally discontinued as of June 2008; however, the former Ted aircraft (all-economy class) will continue to operate in their current configuration well into 2009.

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Besides its general mainline operations, United offers an ultra-luxurious '''P.S. Premium Service''' product on all non-stop flights between New York (JFK) and either Los Angeles or San Francisco. United's now defunct low cost '''Ted''' operation has been formally discontinued as of June 2008.

In the summer of 2008, United Airlines announced its new '''"Travel Options by United"''' program, which allows passengers to customize their travel by adding convenient services to their itinerary. Among these are '''Premier Line''', providing fast track access through airport lines, and '''Door-to-Door Baggage''' Service, where Fedex Express picks up your bag and ships it overnight to your final destination. More details can be found at united.com/traveloptions.

In the summer of 2008, United Airlines announced its new '''"Travel Options by United"''' program, which allows passengers to customize their travel by adding convenient services to their itinerary. Among these are '''Premier Line''', providing fast track access through airport lines, and '''Door-to-Door Baggage''' Service, where Fedex Express picks up your bag and ships it overnight to your final destination. More details can be found at united.com/traveloptions.

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In June 2008, United Airlines announced a partnership with Continental Airlines. Once implemented, frequent flier miles can be accrued and spent on either airline interchangeably. However, it may take up to a year for the agreement to go into effect. This will inevitably facilitate better connections between flights.

==Key airports==

==Key airports==

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* '''[[Houston]]''' (IAH) is United's largest hub. It, along with United Express operate flights out of terminals A, B, C, and E.

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* '''[[Chicago]] O'Hare''' (ORD) is UA's official headquarters and a major hub for flights across the network. In addition to providing a comprehensive selection of flights to destinations throughout [[Canada]], the [[United States]], [[Mexico]], and the [[Caribbean]], United Airlines offers several daily non-stop flights to [[Asia]] ([[Beijing]], [[Hong Kong]], [[Shanghai]], and [[Tokyo]]-Narita) and [[Europe]] ([[Amsterdam]], [[Frankfurt]], [[London]]-Heathrow, [[Munich]], and [[Paris]]-CDG). [[Sao Paulo]], [[Brazil]] is served daily as well. Star Alliance partners offer United customers several additional options through codeshare operations. All mainline United flights depart from Terminal 1, where passengers can enjoy the spectacular lightshow in the famous underground tunnel that links Concourses B and C. Although some United Express flights operate from Terminal 1, most United Express passengers can expect to pass through the smaller and older Terminal 2. NOTE: Although most United Express flights actually utilize Terminal 2, all ticketing and baggage facilities are located in Terminal 1. All incoming international flights (except those from coming from pre-cleared Canadian and Caribbean cities) will arrive in Terminal 5, requiring connecting passengers to disembark here, clear passport control and Customs, present themselves to an airline rep to re-check bags and then transfer back to Terminals 1 or 2 for their re-boarding procedures.

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* '''[[Chicago]] O'Hare''' (ORD) provides a comprehensive selection of flights to destinations throughout [[Canada]], the [[United States]], [[Mexico]], and the [[Caribbean]], United Airlines offers several daily non-stop flights to [[Asia]] ([[Beijing]], [[Hong Kong]], [[Shanghai]], [[Seoul]], and [[Tokyo]]-Narita) and [[Europe]] ([[Amsterdam]], [[Frankfurt]], [[London]]-Heathrow, [[Munich]], [[Paris]]-CDG), and many others. [[Sao Paulo]], [[Brazil]] is served daily as well. Star Alliance partners offer United customers several additional options through codeshare operations. All mainline United flights depart from Terminal 1, where passengers can enjoy the spectacular lightshow in the famous underground tunnel that links Concourses B and C. Although some United Express flights operate from Terminal 1, most United Express passengers can expect to pass through the smaller and older Terminal 2. NOTE: Although most United Express flights actually utilize Terminal 2, all ticketing and baggage facilities are located in Terminal 1. All incoming international flights (except those from coming from pre-cleared Canadian and Caribbean cities) will arrive in Terminal 5, requiring connecting passengers to disembark here, clear passport control and Customs, present themselves to an airline rep to re-check bags and then transfer back to Terminals 1 or 2 for their re-boarding procedures.

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* '''[[Denver]]''' (DEN) is UA's second largest hub. Though it is a busy waypoint for passengers traveling across the [[United States]], virtually all flights are regional in nature. United does serve several cities in [[Canada]], [[Hawaii]], and [[Mexico]] from Denver; there is seasonal service during the summer to [[London]]-Heathrow as well. United operates exclusively from Concourse B, by far the largest and longest concourse at the airport. United Express passengers can enjoy the brand new regional wing of the concourse, having just opened to cater specifically to the rapidly growing regional jet and turboprop operations.

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* '''[[Denver]]''' (DEN) is a busy waypoint for passengers traveling across the [[United States]], though virtually all flights are regional in nature. United does serve several cities in [[Canada]], [[Hawaii]], and [[Mexico]] from Denver; there is seasonal service during the summer to [[London]]-Heathrow as well. United operates exclusively from Concourse B, by far the largest and longest concourse at the airport. United Express passengers can enjoy the brand new regional wing of the concourse, having just opened to cater specifically to the rapidly growing regional jet and turboprop operations.

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* '''[[Los Angeles]]''' (LAX) is the smallest of United's five major hubs. Even so, Los Angeles is still a very common stopover for travelers flying to and from [[Hawaii]] and [[Australia]]. United offers non-stop service to [[London]]-Heathrow, [[Sydney]] and [[Tokyo]]-Narita. [[Melbourne]] is served via [[Sydney]]. United Airlines operates the majority of its flights from Terminal 7 where it is equipped with customs halls for almost-exclusive use of United passengers. Some mainline flights and some international arrivals utilize Terminal 6, while United Express flights arrive and depart from Terminal 8.

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* '''[[Guam]]''' (GUM) is a hub that services mainland Asia and connects to the U.S. mainland through Honolulu and Narita. United CEO and President, Jeff Smisek, said in 2012 that The Guam hub/service is a profitable operation for the airline. Previously, Guam was a hub for Continental was a wholly owned subsidiary under the company name Continental Micronesia. Guam is a U.S. territory and benefits from its proximity to mainland Asia and the rest of Oceania. Its main commerce is driven by Japanese tourism and the federal government, especially the U.S. military.

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* '''[[Los Angeles]]''' (LAX) is the smallest of United's six major hubs. Even so, Los Angeles is still a very common stopover for travelers flying to and from [[Hawaii]] and [[Australia]]. United offers non-stop service to [[London]]-Heathrow, [[Sydney]] and [[Tokyo]]-Narita. [[Melbourne]] is served via [[Sydney]]. United Airlines operates the majority of its flights from Terminal 7 where it is equipped with customs halls for almost-exclusive use of United passengers. Some mainline flights and some international arrivals utilize Terminal 6, while United Express flights arrive and depart from Terminal 8.

* '''[[San Francisco]]''' (SFO) is UA's major West Coast hub. Non-stop service is offered to [[Beijing]], [[Frankfurt]], [[Hong Kong]], [[London]]-Heathrow, [[Osaka]], [[Seoul]], [[Shanghai]], [[Sydney]] and [[Tokyo]]-Narita. United operates domestic flights from Terminal 3's Boarding Area F, while international flights depart from the International Terminal's Boarding Area G. International arrivals use the International Terminal and deplane through side doors to the [[US CBP hall]]. Passengers need to re-check bags if making a connection and then clear security at the terminal of departure.

* '''[[San Francisco]]''' (SFO) is UA's major West Coast hub. Non-stop service is offered to [[Beijing]], [[Frankfurt]], [[Hong Kong]], [[London]]-Heathrow, [[Osaka]], [[Seoul]], [[Shanghai]], [[Sydney]] and [[Tokyo]]-Narita. United operates domestic flights from Terminal 3's Boarding Area F, while international flights depart from the International Terminal's Boarding Area G. International arrivals use the International Terminal and deplane through side doors to the [[US CBP hall]]. Passengers need to re-check bags if making a connection and then clear security at the terminal of departure.

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* '''[[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] Dulles''' (IAD) is UA's key hub on the East Coast. There are a plethora of feeder flights to the eastern states and Midwest and several transcontinental flights offered; however, this hub is most notable for handling many of United's transatlantic flights ([[Amsterdam]], [[Brussels]], [[Frankfurt]], [[London]]-Heathrow, [[Munich]], [[Paris]]-CDG, [[Rome]], [[Geneva]], and [[Zurich]]), as well as a number of flights to South America ([[Buenos Aires]], [[Rio de Janeiro]], and [[Sao Paulo]]) and, most recently, non-stop services to [[Kuwait]], [[Tokyo]], [[Dubai]], [[Moscow]], and [[Beijing]]. United uses the Midfield terminal. Those arriving internationally go to the main terminal in mobile lounges from either the MFT or a hardstand.

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* '''[[Washington, D.C.|Washington]] Dulles''' (IAD) is UA's key hub on the East Coast. There are a plethora of feeder flights to the eastern states and Midwest and several transcontinental flights offered; however, this hub is most notable for handling many of United's transatlantic flights ([[Amsterdam]], [[Brussels]], [[Frankfurt]], [[London]]-Heathrow, [[Munich]], [[Paris]]-CDG, [[Rome]], [[Dublin]], [[Manchester]], [[Geneva]], and [[Zurich]]), as well as a number of flights to South America ([[Buenos Aires]], [[Rio de Janeiro]], and [[Sao Paulo]]) and, most recently, non-stop services to [[Kuwait]], [[Bahrain]], [[Tokyo]], [[Dubai]], [[Doha]], [[Beijing]], and [[San Salvador]] (flights to [[Guatemala City]] and [[San José (Costa Rica)|San José, Costa Rica]] will begin in 2013). The majority of United's Caribbean service is out of Dulles as well. United uses concourses A (for United Express), C and D (for select United Express and all United). Those arriving internationally go to the main terminal in mobile lounges from either the MFT or a hardstand.

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*'''[[Tokyo]]-Narita'''(NRT) is its Asian hub and the airport has international transfer facilities and domestic transfer belts.

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* '''Newark Liberty Airport''' (EWR) is United's New York-Area hub. It's a jumping off point for direct flights to many destinations in Europe, Latin America, and Asia. In particular, it has direct routes to more European destinations than any of United's other hubs.

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*'''[[Tokyo]]-Narita'''(NRT) is United's Asian hub and the airport has international transfer facilities and domestic transfer belts.

==Aircraft==

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==Frequent flyer program==

==Frequent flyer program==

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United's frequent flyer program is called '''Mileage Plus'''.

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United's frequent flyer program is called '''MileagePlus'''.

===Earning miles===

===Earning miles===

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Mileage Plus members can earn miles when flying on any Star Alliance carrier, as well as Air One ([[Italy]]), Emirates ([[Dubai]]), Island Air ([[Hawaii]]), Qatar Airways, TACA Airlines ([[Central America]]) and TAM ([[Brazil]]). All paid flights on United and United Express earn full mileage, while mileage accrual on partner airlines depends on the fare paid from zero to 100% of flight mileage. In addition, miles can be earned with a variety of travel, retail, and financial partners.

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MileagePlus members can earn miles when flying on any Star Alliance carrier, as well as Air One ([[Italy]]), Emirates ([[Dubai]]), Island Air ([[Hawaii]]), Qatar Airways, TACA Airlines ([[Central America]]) and TAM ([[Brazil]]). All paid flights on United and United Express earn full mileage, while mileage accrual on partner airlines depends on the fare paid from zero to 100% of flight mileage. In addition, miles can be earned with a variety of travel, retail, and financial partners.

===Redeeming miles===

===Redeeming miles===

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Elite status is earned based on the number of elite qualifying miles (EQMs) or elite qualifying segments (EQSs) flown in a calendar year on United, United Express, or any other Star Alliance carrier (but not the other airline partners listed above). Elite flyers are given certain priority checkin, boarding, and standby privileges, as well as bonus miles, and the ability to accrue electronic certificates which provide class of service upgrades, among other benefits.

Elite status is earned based on the number of elite qualifying miles (EQMs) or elite qualifying segments (EQSs) flown in a calendar year on United, United Express, or any other Star Alliance carrier (but not the other airline partners listed above). Elite flyers are given certain priority checkin, boarding, and standby privileges, as well as bonus miles, and the ability to accrue electronic certificates which provide class of service upgrades, among other benefits.

In addition, United has created a somewhat mysterious "fifth tier" known as '''Global Services''' ('''GS'''). GS status is tied to revenue, instead of miles or flight segments flown, and is obtained by invitation only. GS members have priority over even 1Ks for upgrades and standby for flights, and are provided other special perks as well. However, as United does not publish the criteria used for invitation, or a comprehensive list of benefits, only anecdotal information about the program is available.

In addition, United has created a somewhat mysterious "fifth tier" known as '''Global Services''' ('''GS'''). GS status is tied to revenue, instead of miles or flight segments flown, and is obtained by invitation only. GS members have priority over even 1Ks for upgrades and standby for flights, and are provided other special perks as well. However, as United does not publish the criteria used for invitation, or a comprehensive list of benefits, only anecdotal information about the program is available.

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==Lounges==

==Lounges==

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United's main lounge network is called the '''Red Carpet Club'''. The RCCs offer light refreshments such as fruit and crackers, complimentary soft drinks and alcoholic beverages plus free WiFi. The RCCs are open to paying RCC members as well as Star Alliance Gold members; Continental, United, and US Airways Star Alliance Gold members are only granted access when on a same-day international itinerary on a Star Alliance carrier, however. One-time passes are available for $50.

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United's main lounge network is called the '''United Club'''. The United Clubs offer light refreshments such as fruit and crackers, complimentary soft drinks and alcoholic beverages plus free WiFi. The United Clubs are open to paying United Club members as well as Star Alliance Gold members; Continental, United, and US Airways Star Alliance Gold members are only granted access when on a same-day international itinerary on a Star Alliance carrier, however. One-time passes are available for $50.

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Ten airports also have a '''First International Lounge''' open to first class passengers on international itineraries, and six have an '''Arrivals Suite''' where international first and business class passengers arriving before noon can take a shower and eat breakfast. These lounges are ''not'' open to elites by virtue of their elite status, and can only be accessed by passengers in those cabins.

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Ten airports also have a '''United First International Lounge''' open to first class passengers on international itineraries, and six have an '''Arrivals Suite''' where international first and business class passengers arriving before noon can take a shower and eat breakfast. These lounges are ''not'' open to elites by virtue of their elite status, and can only be accessed by passengers in those cabins.

Besides its general mainline operations, United offers an ultra-luxurious P.S. Premium Service product on all non-stop flights between New York (JFK) and either Los Angeles or San Francisco. United's now defunct low cost Ted operation has been formally discontinued as of June 2008.
In the summer of 2008, United Airlines announced its new "Travel Options by United" program, which allows passengers to customize their travel by adding convenient services to their itinerary. Among these are Premier Line, providing fast track access through airport lines, and Door-to-Door Baggage Service, where Fedex Express picks up your bag and ships it overnight to your final destination. More details can be found at united.com/traveloptions.

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Key airports

Houston (IAH) is United's largest hub. It, along with United Express operate flights out of terminals A, B, C, and E.

Chicago O'Hare (ORD) provides a comprehensive selection of flights to destinations throughout Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean, United Airlines offers several daily non-stop flights to Asia (Beijing, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul, and Tokyo-Narita) and Europe (Amsterdam, Frankfurt, London-Heathrow, Munich, Paris-CDG), and many others. Sao Paulo, Brazil is served daily as well. Star Alliance partners offer United customers several additional options through codeshare operations. All mainline United flights depart from Terminal 1, where passengers can enjoy the spectacular lightshow in the famous underground tunnel that links Concourses B and C. Although some United Express flights operate from Terminal 1, most United Express passengers can expect to pass through the smaller and older Terminal 2. NOTE: Although most United Express flights actually utilize Terminal 2, all ticketing and baggage facilities are located in Terminal 1. All incoming international flights (except those from coming from pre-cleared Canadian and Caribbean cities) will arrive in Terminal 5, requiring connecting passengers to disembark here, clear passport control and Customs, present themselves to an airline rep to re-check bags and then transfer back to Terminals 1 or 2 for their re-boarding procedures.

Denver (DEN) is a busy waypoint for passengers traveling across the United States, though virtually all flights are regional in nature. United does serve several cities in Canada, Hawaii, and Mexico from Denver; there is seasonal service during the summer to London-Heathrow as well. United operates exclusively from Concourse B, by far the largest and longest concourse at the airport. United Express passengers can enjoy the brand new regional wing of the concourse, having just opened to cater specifically to the rapidly growing regional jet and turboprop operations.

Guam (GUM) is a hub that services mainland Asia and connects to the U.S. mainland through Honolulu and Narita. United CEO and President, Jeff Smisek, said in 2012 that The Guam hub/service is a profitable operation for the airline. Previously, Guam was a hub for Continental was a wholly owned subsidiary under the company name Continental Micronesia. Guam is a U.S. territory and benefits from its proximity to mainland Asia and the rest of Oceania. Its main commerce is driven by Japanese tourism and the federal government, especially the U.S. military.

Los Angeles (LAX) is the smallest of United's six major hubs. Even so, Los Angeles is still a very common stopover for travelers flying to and from Hawaii and Australia. United offers non-stop service to London-Heathrow, Sydney and Tokyo-Narita. Melbourne is served via Sydney. United Airlines operates the majority of its flights from Terminal 7 where it is equipped with customs halls for almost-exclusive use of United passengers. Some mainline flights and some international arrivals utilize Terminal 6, while United Express flights arrive and depart from Terminal 8.

San Francisco (SFO) is UA's major West Coast hub. Non-stop service is offered to Beijing, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, London-Heathrow, Osaka, Seoul, Shanghai, Sydney and Tokyo-Narita. United operates domestic flights from Terminal 3's Boarding Area F, while international flights depart from the International Terminal's Boarding Area G. International arrivals use the International Terminal and deplane through side doors to the US CBP hall. Passengers need to re-check bags if making a connection and then clear security at the terminal of departure.

Newark Liberty Airport (EWR) is United's New York-Area hub. It's a jumping off point for direct flights to many destinations in Europe, Latin America, and Asia. In particular, it has direct routes to more European destinations than any of United's other hubs.

Tokyo-Narita(NRT) is United's Asian hub and the airport has international transfer facilities and domestic transfer belts.

Aircraft

United offers 3-class service on international and JFK-LAX/SFO flights and 2-class service on most domestic flights, including feeder flights on Canadair CRJ-700 and Embraer 170 regional jets. However, prop planes and the Canadair CRJ-200 and Embraer 145 only have economy class.

Uniquely among major US airlines, United sets apart the first few rows of economy class as Economy Plus, which has five extra inches of legroom. Economy Plus seating is given to ticketed economy passengers who:

hold elite status in the Mileage Plus program (see below);

subscribe to "Economy Plus Access" on an annual basis; or

pay an additional fee at check-in or purchase, which varies based on the duration of the flight.

Economy Plus is available on most aircraft, including two-class commuter aircraft but not on one-class commuter aircraft (i.e. prop planes, CRJ-200s, and ERJ-145s).

747-400s are used on a few major intercontinental (mainly transpacific) routes. While first and business class on these planes is top-quality (flat beds in first class), the 777's economy class product is much better, as the 747s only have bulkhead video screens back. There is business class seating on the main deck and the upper deck: the upper deck seats are generally preferred, as the main deck seats form a ring around the galleys and upper deck access stairs, making this part of the cabin much more hectic than business class upstairs (or on the 777). However, recently, United has undergone an upgrade of its business and first class cabins with business class seats turning into "flat beds" and with Audio-Video on Demand in its top two classes. However, economy class did not change. This transformation has been completed on United's entire 747-400 fleet.

777-200s are used on most intercontinental routes, and have flat beds in first class. Note that United's 777-200 fleet has no yet (as of April 2010) been upgraded to the new first and business class. Economy class has personal video screens at each seat. Another version is used for flights to Hawaii and has only domestic first class and economy seating. The domestic version of the 777 does not offer personal video in either class of service - projection screens and overhead monitors used.

767-300s are used on international routes which do not warrant 777 service. These aircraft have all been updated with United's International Premium Travel Experience (IPTE) featuring fully flat beds in business. Like the 777, there is also a two-class domestic version mainly used for flights to Hawaii. The domestic version of the 767 does not offer personal video in either class of service - projection screens and overhead monitors used.

757s are mainly used on medium-range and transcontinental flights. Most have two classes of service. However, if you are flying from New York JFK to Los Angeles or San Francisco, the 757s used on these routes have three-class premium service similar to what you would get on an international flight, with lie-flat seats (not beds) in first class and a roomy business class. This is to compete with American Airlines' nearly identical service which uses larger but older 767-200s.

A320s and A319s are used on other medium-range flights, and may be swapped out for one another despite what your reservation or the timetable says. Many A320s are being reconfigured to feature leather seating in all classes.

Frequent flyer program

United's frequent flyer program is called MileagePlus.

Earning miles

MileagePlus members can earn miles when flying on any Star Alliance carrier, as well as Air One (Italy), Emirates (Dubai), Island Air (Hawaii), Qatar Airways, TACA Airlines (Central America) and TAM (Brazil). All paid flights on United and United Express earn full mileage, while mileage accrual on partner airlines depends on the fare paid from zero to 100% of flight mileage. In addition, miles can be earned with a variety of travel, retail, and financial partners.

Redeeming miles

Miles can be redeemed for award flights on any of the airlines listed above, subject to availability. For itineraries exclusively involving flights on United or United Express, it is also possible to pay double the mileage to bypass capacity controls.

Miles can also be redeemed for single class of service upgrades on United or United Express, subject to availability and depending on the original fare paid. Mileage upgrades are not available on partner airlines, however; United has suspended its participation in the Star Alliance upgrade program indefinitely.

Mileage Plus miles cannot be transferred into other programs, but can also be redeemed for hotel stays, car rentals, and some newspaper and magazine offerings.

Elite status

Elite status is earned based on the number of elite qualifying miles (EQMs) or elite qualifying segments (EQSs) flown in a calendar year on United, United Express, or any other Star Alliance carrier (but not the other airline partners listed above). Elite flyers are given certain priority checkin, boarding, and standby privileges, as well as bonus miles, and the ability to accrue electronic certificates which provide class of service upgrades, among other benefits.

The Premier status levels are:

Premier Silver - 25,000 EQMs or 30 EQSs - Star Alliance Silver

Premier Gold - 50,000 EQMs or 60 EQSs - Star Alliance Gold

Premier Platinum - 75,000 EQMs or 90 EQSs - Star Alliance Gold

Premier 1K - 100,000 EQMs or 120 EQSs - Star Alliance Gold

In addition, United has created a somewhat mysterious "fifth tier" known as Global Services (GS). GS status is tied to revenue, instead of miles or flight segments flown, and is obtained by invitation only. GS members have priority over even 1Ks for upgrades and standby for flights, and are provided other special perks as well. However, as United does not publish the criteria used for invitation, or a comprehensive list of benefits, only anecdotal information about the program is available.

A Million Miler, one who has flown 1 million miles on United aircraft, receives Premier Executive status for life. Additionally, Red Carpet Club for life is granted at 2 million miles. At 3 million miles the cardholder receives 1K status for life.

Lounges

United's main lounge network is called the United Club. The United Clubs offer light refreshments such as fruit and crackers, complimentary soft drinks and alcoholic beverages plus free WiFi. The United Clubs are open to paying United Club members as well as Star Alliance Gold members; Continental, United, and US Airways Star Alliance Gold members are only granted access when on a same-day international itinerary on a Star Alliance carrier, however. One-time passes are available for $50.

Ten airports also have a United First International Lounge open to first class passengers on international itineraries, and six have an Arrivals Suite where international first and business class passengers arriving before noon can take a shower and eat breakfast. These lounges are not open to elites by virtue of their elite status, and can only be accessed by passengers in those cabins.

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